UGI USER, Author at Universal Group Of Institutions

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Q. In the context of India-China ties, explain the term ‘Panchsheel’. In view of the argument that China has persistently violated these principles, argue whether the longstanding approach requires changes.

Approach: Explain the Panchsheel principles in the introduction. Highlight how China has since violated these principles. Discuss whether India should change its Panchsheel based approach towards China. Conclude briefly. Answer: Panchsheel, the Five Principles of Peaceful Co-existence, were first formally enunciated in the Agreement on Trade and Intercourse between the Tibet region of China and …

27Jul 2023

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Q. Internationally the rise of protectionism and changing approach of many countries towards migration may have a significant impact on the Indian Diaspora. Explain.

Approach: Introduce the answer briefly with recent examples of rise of protectionism and changing approach of countries towards migration. In the light of recent changes, discuss the impact on the Indian diaspora. Conclude your answer. Answer: The rise of protectionism, both in trade and immigration, has been evident world over in past few years especially …

27Jul 2023

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Q. In recent times, Randomised Control Trials (RCTs) have acquired salience in policy debates. In the context of poverty alleviation programmes in India, discuss the role RCTs can play in policy formulation.

Approach: Introduce by giving a brief background on Randomized Control Trials (RCTs) and its recent context. Discuss how RCTs can be used in policy formulation especially that of poverty alleviation programs. Discuss the limitations associated with the method in Indian context. Conclude accordingly. Answer: A Randomized Control Trial (RCT) is an experiment designed to understand …

27Jul 2023

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Q. Online education is gaining traction in India due to the ongoing COVID-19 crisis. Identify the different challenges that need to be addressed before it can emerge as a feasible alternative to classroom learning in India. Suggest some measures to address the above-identified challenges.

Approach: Briefly discuss how COVID-19 has led to increased adoption of online learning. Discuss the issues regarding adoption of online education on a large scale. Suggest measures to give an impetus to online education in India. Conclude on the basis of the above points. Answer: The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has led to shutting down of …

27Jul 2023

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Q. Highlighting the need for reforms in civil services with special focus on the Indian Administrative Services (IAS), critically discuss the apprehensions associated with lateral entry in civil services.

Approach: Very briefly explain the role played by civil services in India. Mention some key constraints facing civil services with special mention of IAS. Write about the lateral entry scheme and assess associated benefits and apprehensions. Conclude briefly. Answer: Civil services in India have played an important role in nation building and maintaining its unity …

27Jul 2023

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Q. The ‘globalization’ discourse has reinforced the role of civil society in the management of many socio-economic areas that hitherto belonged to the State. Comment.

Approach: Briefly elaborate the concept of globalization. Highlight how it has affected the functioning of the State. Mention how globalization discourse has reinforced the role of civil society. Enumerate how civil society plays a significant role in management of socio-economic areas. Conclude on the basis of above points. Answer: Globalization is the spread of goods, …

27Jul 2023

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Q. Federal tensions in India highlight the need for reforming the Seventh Schedule through the addition, removal and appropriate placement of entries. Discuss.

Approach: Briefly explain the division of jurisdiction between Union and States in the Seventh Schedule. Highlight the need for modification of the Seventh Schedule. Discuss the various reforms required in terms of addition, removal and appropriate placement of entries Conclude accordingly. Answer: The Constitution of India under Article 246 divides the subject matters on which …

27Jul 2023

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Q. Assess the performance of the GST Council as a constitutional body vested with powers to take all major decisions relating to Goods and Services Tax.

Approach: Briefly explain the GST council and its constitutional mandate. Highlight the positive changes brought by it. Mention some key issues associated with it. Conclude with a brief way forward. Answer: As per Article 279A of the Indian Constitution, the Goods & Services Tax (GST) Council is a joint forum of the Union and the …

27Jul 2023

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Q. Identifying the different capacity gaps that exist in Urban Local Bodies (ULBs), highlight the need for capacity building of these bodies. What steps have been taken by the government of India in this regard?

Approach: Give a brief introduction about ULBs in India. Highlighting the need to build the capacity of ULBs, enumerate the existing capacity gaps in Mention the steps taken by the government of India in this regard. Conclude on the basis of above points. Answer: Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) are mandated by the 74th Constitutional Amendment …

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Q. The evolving global situation around Covid-19 simultaneously highlights the relevance of the World Health Organization (WHO) as well as its existing lacunae. Discuss.

Approach: Briefly write about the evolving global health crisis and the WHO. Bring out the significance of WHO through steps taken by it during the recent pandemic. Mention the lacunae in WHO highlighted by the pandemic. Conclude by suggesting a way forward. Answer: The outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic required proactive response from the WHO …

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